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Snapchat works in Syria, but not all of it, as of .

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What works

Each part of the service, checked from Syria.

Core useWorks

The Snapchat app loaded its Stories feed with content from Syria.

Landing pageWorks

The snapchat.com website opened from Syria and showed its login page normally.

Sign-upWorks

The tester reported creating a new Snapchat account from Syria without any problem.

Sign-inWorks

The Snapchat app opened signed in to an account from Syria, with its chats loading.

One-time codes (OTP)Fails

Adding a Syrian mobile number in the Snapchat app failed: Snapchat said it cannot verify the number "due to suspicious activity". The tester tried MTN and Syriatel numbers.

PaymentFails

Paying for Snapchat+ in the Snapchat app failed from Syria: after tapping Subscribe, the checkout kept loading and then returned to the plans screen.

UpgradeFails

Upgrading to Snapchat+ was not possible from Syria: the subscription checkout kept loading and returned to the plans screen.

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Activity Summary

Accessible in Syria. A community volunteer asked Snapchat in February 2026 to enable phone number verification for Syrian numbers, and no response has been recorded.

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A community volunteer emailed Snapchat support requesting activation of phone-number verification for Syrian (+963) numbers, citing the lifted US and EU sanctions. No response has been recorded.

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If you're experiencing issues accessing Snapchat in Syria, you can reach out to their support team directly.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Partly. The core use of Snapchat works in Syria, but something else about it fails or has not been checked. This page lists what works and what does not.

Many international services blocked access to Syria due to previous sanctions and compliance policies. Even as sanctions are being reviewed, some companies have not yet restored access. Unblock Syria tracks these services and advocates for change.

You can help by voting on this page to show demand, sharing it on social media, and contacting Snapchat directly to request they restore access for Syrian users.